International Conference on Emerging Technologies, Analytics and Operations (ICETAO - 2027)|IBS Hyderabad|The ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education

About IFHE Hyderabad

The ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education is a deemed-to-be-University established under section 3 of UGC Act, 1956. Prof. C. Rangarajan, the former Governor of Reserve Bank of India, is the Chancellor of the University. The IFHE is accredited with A++ grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). IFHE’s student-centric learning approach provides relevant knowledge, imparts practical skills and inculcates a positive attitude among the students. The Ministry of Education, Government of India, has permitted IFHE to start an Off-Campus Centre at Bangalore, Karnataka.

IFHE is an esteemed member of Association of Indian Universities (AIU) and Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU). IFHE has put in place world class processes for governance, academic excellence, industry-academia interface and student centricity. Some of the best minds in the country are closely associated with the running and oversight of IFHE. The university focuses in offering students the best and updated curriculum and train them for rewarding careers. It also promotes the culture of research that advances knowledge in the field of management, social sciences, technology, architecture and law.

About IBS Hyderabad

IBS Hyderabad is a constituent of the ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education. Established in the year 1995, IBS Hyderabad offers high-quality programs in different areas of management to a variety of students, executives and professionals across India. The institute has a reputation for innovative program design and delivery, quality courseware, personalized instruction, strong industry interface, research, consultancy and publications. It is the only institute in India to get the coveted AACSB accreditation for BBA, MBA and Ph.D. programs. IBS Hyderabad is one of the consistently top ranked business schools in India which has been re-accredited by South Asian Quality Standards (SAQS), rated A*** by CRISIL, EB2 IN by ICRA and 46th rank by NIRF in 2025. The institute has more than 200 experienced regular, visiting and guest faculties having national and international exposure from varied organizations. It also has a dedicated research and development center which offers its premier case collections under the brands IBS Center for Management Research (ICMR) and IBS Case Development Center (IBSCDC).

Since its establishment, IBS Hyderabad has grown impressively and achieved widespread recognition from business and industry, academic circles, and professional bodies. The institute seeks to provide a high quality learning experience in an adaptive environment with a focus on relevance, rigor and research. The mission of IBS Hyderabad is to develop bright and ethically-grounded professional managers who can add value to the organizations and communities to which they belong.

About the Department of Operations and IT

The Department of Operations and Information Technology came into existence in 1995. The department is a part of IBS Hyderabad, the Faculty of Management of the University. The department has two major areas of focus - Operations and Information Technology. The department has forty four faculty members involved in teaching, research and administration. Apart from offering various courses in the BBA, MBA and Ph.D. programs, the department also academically contributes to the Workshops and FDPs/MDPs of the Centre for Management Development of the University. The major thrust areas in which research activities are being pursued are Sustainable Development, Energy Policy, Generative AI, Decision Support Systems, Project Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Information Security and Healthcare Management. Faculty members of the department have been regularly publishing research papers in ABDC, Scopus and UGC Care journals of high repute. The department has also been organizing international conferences on a regular basis.

About the Conference

Organizations worldwide are operating in an environment where intelligence is becoming an integral part of interconnected business ecosystems rather than being confined to individual technologies. The convergence of innovations such as artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, big data analytics, blockchain, the Internet of Things (IoT), virtual reality (VR), quantum computing, and advanced communication technologies is reshaping how organizations design, operate, and deliver value. In this evolving landscape, organizations are expected to adapt to increasing operational complexity, rapidly changing market conditions, and growing stakeholder expectations. Sustained success depends on the ability to make timely, data-informed decisions, strengthen organizational agility, enhance operational resilience, and continuously innovate while maintaining effective governance and risk management.

The International Conference on Emerging Technologies, Analytics and Operations (ICETAO-2027), organized by the Department of Operations and Information Technology, IBS Hyderabad. The conference aims to provide a suitable platform for researchers, academicians, industry professionals & policymakers, to share knowledge on emerging technologies and their applications in business, industry and society.

The central theme of ICETAO-2027 is “Orchestrating Intelligent Ecosystems: Operations, AI and the Digital Enterprise – Creating Connected, Cognitive and Future-Ready Organizations". ICETAO-2027 is designed to bring together researchers, industry professionals, policymakers, academicians, and practitioners to engage in interdisciplinary discussions on the convergence of emerging technologies and operational excellence. The conference offers a collaborative platform for exchanging knowledge, sharing practical insights, and examining how organizations can align operational excellence with digital intelligence to foster adaptive, data-informed, and sustainable business ecosystems. By encouraging dialogue across disciplines, ICETAO-2027 aims to support informed decision-making, innovation, and the responsible adoption of evolving technologies in diverse organizational contexts.

Researchers, academicians, industry professionals, and practitioners are invited to submit original scholarly and practice-oriented contributions aligned with the conference theme. Submissions may include conceptual and theoretical papers, empirical research, case studies, practice-based papers, white papers, doctoral research, and innovative ideas that offer meaningful insights, address contemporary challenges, or advance knowledge at the intersection of emerging technologies and operational excellence.

Conference Theme

Conference Tracks (Indicative)

Suggested Conference Tracks (Indicative) but are not limited to

Track 1

Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Intelligent Systems

Focus: AI-driven innovation for intelligent enterprises and decision-making

Indicative Areas:

Machine Learning and Deep Learning
Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs)
Explainable and Responsible AI
AI Agents and Autonomous Systems
Reinforcement Learning
Computer Vision and Image Analytics
Natural Language Processing
AI for Business Decision Support
Human-AI Collaboration
AI Governance, Ethics and Trustworthy AI

Track 2

Data Analytics, Business Intelligence and Decision Sciences

Focus: Transforming data into actionable intelligence.

Indicative Areas:

Business Analytics
Predictive and Prescriptive Analytics
Big Data Analytics
Data Mining and Knowledge Discovery
Data Visualization
Decision Support Systems
Optimization Techniques
Simulation and Modeling
Risk Analytics
Financial Analytics
Marketing Analytics
HR Analytics
Healthcare Analytics
Sports and Social Analytics

Track 3

Smart Operations, Supply Chains and Digital Manufacturing

Focus: Intelligent operations and future-ready production ecosystems.

Indicative Areas:

Operations Management
Supply Chain Analytics
Smart Manufacturing
Industry 5.0
Lean and Agile Operations
Digital Twins
Intelligent Logistics
Warehouse Automation
Sustainable Operations
Circular Economy
Inventory Optimization
Quality Engineering
Production Planning
Service Operations
Operations Research Applications

Track 4

Digital Enterprise, Innovation and Business Transformation

Focus: Building connected and digitally enabled organizations.

Indicative Areas:

Digital Transformation Strategies
Enterprise Architecture
Intelligent Business Processes
Process Mining
Business Process Automation
Innovation Management
Platform Economy
Digital Business Models
Knowledge Management
Enterprise Information Systems
ERP and CRM
Change Management
Organizational Agility
Future of Work
Digital Leadership

Track 5

Emerging Technologies and Connected Ecosystems

Focus: Technologies enabling cognitive and connected enterprises.

Indicative Areas:

Internet of Things (IoT)
Industrial IoT
Cyber-Physical Systems
Edge and Fog Computing
Cloud Computing
Blockchain Applications
Web3 Technologies
Digital Platforms
5G/6G Communications
Extended Reality (AR/VR/MR)
Robotics and Intelligent Automation
Quantum Computing Applications
Smart Cities
Smart Infrastructure

Track 6

Cybersecurity, Governance and Sustainable Digital Futures

Focus: Secure, ethical, resilient and sustainable digital enterprises.

Indicative Areas:

Cybersecurity
Information Security
Privacy-Preserving AI
Digital Trust
Cyber Risk Management
Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC)
AI Ethics
Responsible Innovation
ESG Analytics
Green Computing
Sustainable AI
Climate Analytics
Digital Inclusion
Resilience Engineering
Regulatory Technologies (RegTech)

Track 7

Intelligent Applications Across Industries

Focus: Real-world applications of AI, analytics and operations.

Indicative Areas:

Smart Healthcare
FinTech and Digital Banking
Smart Agriculture
Education Technologies
Smart Mobility and Transportation
Smart Energy Systems
E-Commerce and Retail Analytics
Tourism and Hospitality Analytics
Public Policy and Smart Governance
Telecommunications
Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences
Media and Entertainment Analytics
Disaster Management
Defence and Security Applications

Track 8

Management and Business Excellence

Focus: Managerial innovations for intelligent and future-ready organizations.

Indicative Areas:

Strategic Management
Marketing Management
Human Resource Management
Financial Management
Entrepreneurship
Organizational Behaviour
Business Ethics & Corporate Governance
Family Business

Track 9

Bridging disciplines-Cross Disciplinary Case studies and insights

Case studies that transcend disciplinary boundaries and address contemporary challenges through diverse perspectives are highly encouraged.

Important Dates

Abstract submission deadline Dec. 02, 2026

Intimation of acceptance by Dec. 07, 2026

Full paper submission deadline Jan. 11, 2027

Early bird Registration deadline Dec. 14, 2026

Regular Registration deadline Dec. 18, 2026

Conference Dates Jan. 18 & 19, 2027 (HYBRID MODE)

Registration Process

Category of Participants Early Bird Registration (INR / USD) Regular Registration (INR / USD)

Academicians/Practitioners ₹4,500 / $80 ₹5,000 / $90

Research Scholars / Students ₹2,500 / $45 ₹3,000 / $55

Category of Participants	Early Bird Registration (INR / USD)	Regular Registration (INR / USD)
Academicians/Practitioners	₹4,500 / $80	₹5,000 / $90
Research Scholars / Students	₹2,500 / $45	₹3,000 / $55
* The conference fee stated above includes GST at 18 percent. * A group discount of 20% will apply to registrations of three or more members from the same institute. * Hostel accommodation can be arranged upon request, with charges applied according to institute norms. * It is mandatory for at least one of the authors to register for the conference and present the paper

* The conference fee stated above includes GST at 18 percent.

* A group discount of 20% will apply to registrations of three or more members from the same institute.

* Hostel accommodation can be arranged upon request, with charges applied according to institute norms.

* It is mandatory for at least one of the authors to register for the conference and present the paper

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Call for Papers

The ICETAO-2027 Organizing Committee cordially invites original, unpublished, and high-quality research contributions from researchers, academicians, industry professionals, practitioners, policymakers, entrepreneurs, consultants, and doctoral scholars. ICETAO-2027 encourages interdisciplinary research that bridges technological innovations with strategic, operational and societal impact.

Submissions may include

Conceptual Papers
Empirical Research Papers
Theoretical Contributions
Case Studies
Practice Papers
White Papers
Industry Perspectives
Doctoral Research Papers and Proposals

Authors are encouraged to submit innovative ideas, novel methodologies, practical applications, and policy recommendations that contribute to building connected, cognitive, resilient, and future-ready organizations.

Abstract Submission

Paper Submission Guidelines

Authors are invited to submit either an Extended Abstract (maximum 1000 words) or a Full Paper for review.

Each submission should clearly indicate the conference track under which it is being submitted.

Full papers should include:

Title

Abstract (maximum 300 words)

Keywords

Introduction

Research Objectives

Literature Review

Methodology

Results and Discussion

Managerial or Policy Implications

Conclusion

References

Practice papers may alternatively describe the business context, problem statement, proposed solution, implementation approach, outcomes, and lessons learned.

Formatting Guidelines:

MS Word format

Times New Roman

Font Size: 12

Line Spacing: 1.5

Standard A4 page with normal margins

Recommended Length:

Research Papers: 4,000–9,000 words

Case Studies / Practice Papers / White Papers: 1,500–3,000 words

All submissions will undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review based on originality, methodological rigor, relevance, contribution, and practical significance.

At least one author of every accepted paper must register and present the paper during the conference.

Publication Opportunities

ICETAO-2027 is committed to promoting high-quality research with global visibility.

Accepted conference papers are considered for inclusion in conference proceedings. Outstanding conference papers may also be considered for publication in reputed journals indexed in Scopus, ABDC, Web of Science, and UGC-CARE, subject to each journal's review process and publication policies subject to reviewers' recommendations and editorial evaluation.

Authors are solely responsible for complying with journal submission guidelines, publication ethics, plagiarism policies, and any applicable publication charges.

Structured abstracts of the papers selected for presentation will be published in the conference proceedings with ISBN Number.

Conference Highlights

ICETAO-2027 has been designed to encourage meaningful dialogue between academia, industry, and policymakers through an engaging blend of scholarly and practice-oriented sessions.

Highlights include:

International Keynote Addresses

Distinguished Industry Leaders' Sessions

Technical Paper Presentations

Doctoral Research Forum

Young Researchers' Colloquium

Panel Discussions on AI and Digital Enterprises

Hands-on Expert Workshops

Industry–Academia Networking Sessions

Innovation Showcase

Best Paper Awards

Best Case Study Awards

Best Doctoral Research Awards

Best Paper Awards

To recognize excellence in research and innovation, ICETAO-2027 will confer awards in the following categories:

Best Research Paper
Certificate and Cash Award

Best Case Study
Certificate and Cash Award

Best Doctoral Research Paper
Certificate and Cash Award

Best Industry Practice Paper
Certificate and Cash Award

(The award amount and eligibility criteria will be announced separately.)

Conference Workshop

Details regarding the workshop title, dates, timings, and resource persons will be announced shortly. Stay tuned and visit the website regularly for updates.

Why Participate?

ICETAO-2027 provides an exceptional platform to:

Present cutting-edge research to an international audience.

Interact with globally recognized scholars and industry experts.

Build interdisciplinary research collaborations.

Explore emerging trends in Artificial Intelligence, Operations, Analytics, and Digital Transformation.

Receive constructive feedback from experienced reviewers.

Enhance publication opportunities.

Network with researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and technology leaders.

Gain insights into future directions of intelligent enterprises and digital ecosystems.

Expected Outcomes

ICETAO-2027 seeks to foster meaningful academic and industry collaborations that advance research, innovation, and practical applications of intelligent technologies.

The conference aims to:

Promote interdisciplinary research in AI, analytics, and operations.

Encourage responsible and sustainable digital transformation.

Strengthen partnerships between academia, industry, and government.

Facilitate knowledge exchange on emerging enterprise technologies.

Inspire innovative solutions for building connected, cognitive, resilient, and future-ready organizations.

In Collaboration with Costello College of Business, George Mason University.

Contact

All your queries regarding submission, registration, publication, workshop etc. should be mailed to icetao2027@ibsindia.org

Dr.Anusha Sreeram

9912622388

Dr.Jaipal Dhobale

8209213704

Conference Venue

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Conference Committees

Advisory Committee

Smt. N SobhaRani Yasasway

Chairperson, ICFAI Society

Dr. C. Rangarajan

Former RBI Director and Chancellor, ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education (IFHE), Hyderabad

Prof. (Dr.) A Vinay Kumar

Vice Chancellor, ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education (IFHE), Hyderabad

Prof. R P Kaushik

Chancellor, ICFAI University, Raipur

Prof. Dr. TRK Rao

Chancellor, ICFAI University, Nagaland and ICFAI University, Jharkhand

Prof. O. R. S. Rao

Chancellor, ICFAI University, Sikkim

Prof. Haragopal Reddy

Chancellor, ICFAI University, Tripura

Prof. V N Rajasekharan Pillai

Chancellor, ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh

Prof. U.B. Desai

Chancellor, ICFAI University, Dehradun & Former Director, IIT, Hyderabad

Prof. J. Mahender Reddy

Sr. Advisor, ICFAI Society

Dr Alicia Gatphoh

Vice Chancellor, ICFAI University, Meghalaya

Prof. Elizabeth L. Rose

Pro-Vice Chancellor, IFHE, Hyderabad

Prof. Muddu Vinay

Pro-Vice Chancellor, IFHE, off-campus, Bangalore

Prof. R. Vaidyanathan

Former Professor, IIM, Bangalore

Prof. S. Vijayalakshmi

Registrar, IFHE Hyderabad

Prof. P. Sashikala

Controller of Examinations, IFHE Hyderabad

Prof. Sindhuja P. N.

Dean - IQAC, IFHE Hyderabad

Prof. Sitamma. M

Dean, International Accreditations, IFHE

Prof. K. S. Venu Gopal Rao

Director, ICFAI Business School

Prof. C. S. Shylajan

Director, ICFAI School of Social Sciences

Prof. K. L. Narayana

Director, ICFAI School of Technology

Prof. P. Ravisekhararaju

Director, ICFAI School of Law

Prof. Sanjay Fuloria

Director, CDOE, IFHE

Prof. Mahender Sonawane

Principal, ICFAI School of Architecture

Prof. T. Koti Reddy

Professor, IBS, IFHE, Hyderabad

Prof. D. Satish

Dean - PG, IBS Hyderabad

Prof. C. Padmavathi

Dean - UG, IBS Hyderabad

Prof. Radha Mohan Chebolu

Dean - CMD, IBS Hyderabad

Organising Committee

Conveners

Dr. Jaipal Dhobale

Dr. Anusha Sreeram

Co-Convener

Prof. D. Saravanan

Area Head, Operations and IT, IBS Hyderabad

Dr. Shweta Puneet

Area Chair, Operations and IT, IBS Bangalore

Coordinators

Dr. Vaibhav Mishra

Dr. Nishit Kumar Srivastava

Dr. Shubhagata Roy

Dr. Shubhangi V Urkude

Dr. Bijeta Shaw

Dr. Santosh Kumar Yadav

Dr. Sayan Chakraborty

Dr. Ramesh Kandela

Dr. Nitesh Kumar Singh

Dr. Suchismita Swain

Technical Committee

Prof. Vishal Mishra

Prof. Nikhat Afshan

Dr. Sumant Kumar Tewari

Dr. K.V.S.S.N.N. Murty

Dr. J. Prince Vijai

Dr. S Chalapathi

Dr. C. M. Subrahmanyam

Dr. Dennis Joseph

Dr. Shailja Tripathi

Dr. M. V. N. Madhavi Latha

Dr. P. Mathivanan

Dr. Sandhya S